Hosa Technology and Goby Labs Announce New Accessories Group: Stands

Tablet frame, mic, keyboard, and guitar stands are versatile and durable

Buena Park, CA - February 2012. Hosa Technology, the leading innovator of

analog and digital connectivity solutions for the modern musician and

distributor of Goby Labs instrument care and accessory products, is pleased

to announce the introduction of a new product line by Goby Labs: stands for

musicians. Incorporating 'ruggedized' metal construction designed for years

of use, Goby Labs' new product line includes two microphone stands, a

keyboard stand, two guitar stands, and a Tablet Frame for iPadR-all designed

to aid musicians with everyday performing and rehearsal tasks.

World-class design and superior build quality are hallmarks of the new Goby

Labs stands. Designed in the U.S. after extensive interviews with musicians

from a wide range of performance and studio environments, these stands

feature robust metal construction and components designed and manufactured

exclusively for Goby Labs stands.

Microphone and Short Microphone Stands with Boom

Featuring die-cast components, including thick-walled, zinc alloy handles

and metal-on-metal threaded components, the GBM-300 Mic Stand with Boom and

the GBD-300 Short Mic Stand with Boom re-define durability. The center-mass

boom design features a mid-point, all-metal, locking grip for enhanced boom

balance and an easy-to-turn pivot lock with integrated cord retention. The

metal base incorporates a 'stomp tube' that enables it to be stood upon

without bending the legs or breaking the stand. These stands also feature an

ultra-heavy, center-locking, vertical handle for added stability and the

appearance of clean lines on stage.

X-Frame Keyboard Stand

The Goby Labs GBK-300 X-Frame Keyboard Stand features high-strength

geometry, including Z-shaped down tubes that form a truss shape to withstand

greater vertical pressure. For added stability, the truss form ends directly

under the keyboard edge-where the performer applies most of his or her

weight. The GBK-300's tube construction is 40\% stronger than conventional

boxed-steel designs.  Stamped bearing surfaces are spot welded to the frame

and the stand is assembled with bolts and nuts rather than rivets or clamps

for durability and field serviceability. The stand utilizes an easy-pull,

fully locking adjustment system, has self-leveling feet for uneven floors,

and cord retention for most commonly used cables.

A-Frame and Universal Guitar Stands

The Goby Labs GBA-300 A-Frame and GBU-300 Universal Guitar Stands offer the

modern guitarist two durable, rock-solid means of securely holding one's

valuable instruments. The GBA-300 A-Frame stand utilizes a fully locking

open- and closed-position leg engagement. With a stance that is 60 mm longer

than that of most competing products-thus reducing the chance of

tipping-this stand features a large diameter, 8 mm, mandrel bent steel rod

frame. The Goby Labs GBU-300 Universal Guitar Stand incorporates a

lock-open/spring-closed mechanism for performance and storage respectively,

over-molded rubber touch surfaces that prevent abrasion and protect the

instrument's finish (compared to neoprene foam found on competing models),

and full-cradle guitar retention. The head catch slides vertically to

accommodate guitar necks of various lengths and full guitar-body support

alleviates pull on the guitar neck. Both models fit dreadnaught acoustic

through most electric guitars and feature over-molded, metal-core, rubber

feet for exceptional stability.

The GBX-300 Tablet Frame for iPad

Featuring universal iPad compatibility (both 1st and 2nd generation), the

GBX-300 Tablet Frame for iPad featuring 'frame-change' technology holds any

iPad on all four sides for extra security. With its patent-pending pole lock

that facilitates support on mic stands, music stands, and other tubular

surfaces, the system features a counter-locking arm that engages as the

clamp is tightened on a pole-forming a closed loop around the pole for added

strength. This innovative design applies more force to the pole as opposed

to open-sided designs. The GBX-300 Tablet Frame is a great tool for

electronic sheet music, lyric support, and performance notes. Low-cost

frame-change kits will be made available for new tablets so the Tablet Frame

hardware will never become obsolete.

Jonathan Pusey, Hosa Technology's Director of Sales and Marketing, commented

on the new Goby Labs stands, "The moment you see these stands, it becomes

clear that not only are these the most rugged, durable stands widely

available, their cutting-edge design inspires confidence that one's

instrument, microphone, or iPad will be held securely. With full-metal

construction and components that are manufactured specifically for these

products, Goby Labs stands represent the state-of-the-art when it comes to

products of this nature. I'm confident many musicians, vocalists, and others

will be very impressed."

The Goby Labs stands are expected to be available Q2 of 2012. MSRP is as

follows:

.       GBM-300 Mic Stand with Boom:             $97.95

.       GBD-300 Short Mic Stand with Boom:       $79.95

.       GBK-300 X-Frame Keyboard Stand:  $87.95

.       GBA-300 A-Frame Stand:                           $45.95

.       GBU-300 Universal Guitar Stand:          $63.95

.       GBX-300 Tablet Frame:                                   $42.95